Israeli and Russian forces added to UN blacklist for sexual violence in conflict zones
The United Nations has added Israeli and Russian forces to its blacklist for sexual violence in conflict zones for the first time. The annual report documented a rise in cases of sexual violence, particularly against Palestinian detainees and civilians in Ukraine. Both countries have denied the allegations and expressed outrage at their inclusion in the report.
- ▪This is the first time Israeli forces have been included in the UN blacklist since the review began over 15 years ago.
- ▪The report documented patterns of sexual violence against Palestinians, including rape and torture.
- ▪Russian forces were also blacklisted for sexual violence against prisoners of war and civilians during the war in Ukraine.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onIsraeli and Russian forces added to UN blacklist for sexual violence in conflict zonesAn annual United Nations report documenting sexual violence in conflicts worldwide has included Israeli forces for the first time since the review began more than 15 years ago for their treatment of Palestinian detaineesByFARNOUSH AMIRI Associated Press and EDITH M. LEDERER Associated PressMay 28, 2026, 7:44 PM1:26United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres speaks during a Security Council meeting at United Nations headquarters, Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
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